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    Timberwolves, Warriors Both Voice Frustrations Over Officiating After Game 1

    Chris Finch (Timberwolves), Steve Kerr (Golden State Warriors)
    After Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals (May 2025)

    Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch said the team submitted clips to the NBA showing Rudy Gobert being “tackled” during defensive rebounding with no foul calls. Meanwhile, Steve Kerr also complained about the lack of fouls called when Steph Curry was grabbed off-ball before exiting with a hamstring injury.
    Finch called out what he described as excessive physicality allowed against Gobert, while Kerr pointed to playoff leniency by referees as a consistent issue, especially in defending off-ball motion. Both sides acknowledged the playoff environment as physical but felt the officiating lacked consistency.

    Porzingis Returns from Illness for Celtics in Game 2 vs. Knicks

    Kristaps Porzingis (Boston Celtics)
    May 2025, Game 2 of Eastern Conference Semifinals

    Kristaps Porzingis came off the bench in Game 2 against the New York Knicks after missing the second half of Game 1 due to illness. He had been listed as probable before being cleared just 30 minutes before tip-off.
    Porzingis entered late in the first quarter for Derrick White but is still managing symptoms from the same illness that sidelined him late in the regular season. Reserve Sam Hauser was unavailable due to a Game 1 ankle sprain.

    Mavericks Overhaul Health Staff Again After Injury-Riddled Season

    Dionne Calhoun, Keith Belton (Dallas Mavericks)
    May 2025 (following 2024–25 season)

    The Dallas Mavericks dismissed head athletic trainer Dionne Calhoun and performance director Keith Belton after a season plagued by injuries and internal conflicts. Calhoun had been with the franchise for 21 years, while Belton was under scrutiny for lacking required NBA certifications.
    The firings followed a season of medical mismanagement, including a key incident involving Dereck Lively II’s stress fracture. An internal HR investigation was triggered by a heated dispute between Belton and health director Johann Bilsborough, who remains with the team. This marks the third straight offseason of major performance staff changes.

    Kings Hire Mike Woodson as Associate Head Coach Under Doug Christie

    Mike Woodson (Sacramento Kings)
    Announced following the end of the 2024–25 season

    Mike Woodson, former Indiana Hoosiers head coach and longtime NBA figure, has agreed to join the Sacramento Kings as associate head coach under newly appointed head coach Doug Christie.
    Woodson returns to the NBA after leaving Indiana, where he coached for four seasons. He brings over 25 years of coaching experience and previously served as an assistant with the Knicks. He becomes the first major hire under Christie’s offseason staff restructure.

    Thunder’s Sam Presti Wins NBA Executive of the Year

    Sam Presti (Oklahoma City Thunder)
    May 7, 2025

    Sam Presti was named NBA Executive of the Year after building the Thunder into a 68-win powerhouse, earning 10 first-place votes from 30 team executives. It’s his first time receiving the award.
    Presti credited the Thunder’s player commitment and long-tenured support staff. His win marks the franchise’s first since 1994, when it was the Seattle SuperSonics. Cleveland’s Koby Altman and Detroit’s Trajan Langdon finished second and third.

    Porzingis Listed Probable Amid Illness for Game 2 vs Knicks

    Kristaps Porzingis (Boston Celtics)
    May 8, 2025 (Game 2, Eastern Conference Semifinals)

    Kristaps Porzingis is listed as probable for Game 2 after missing the second half of Game 1 due to a lingering non-COVID illness that has affected him since February.
    Coach Joe Mazzulla noted Porzingis has been pushing through the illness but couldn’t continue in Game 1. Though now probable, his postseason form has dipped. Sam Hauser remains doubtful after an ankle sprain.

    Rockets Reflect, Ready to Build After Playoff Exit

    Houston Rockets
    May 2025

    The Rockets’ first playoff run in five years ended with a Game 7 loss to the Warriors, but coaches and management remain optimistic about the team’s growth and committed to building a championship-caliber roster.
    Coach Udoka and GM Stone highlighted team consistency, praised young stars like Jalen Green and Amen Thompson, and hinted at continuity and potential veteran additions this offseason to boost shooting and defense.

    Aaron Gordon’s Clutch Three Seals Game 1 Comeback Win

    Aaron Gordon (Denver Nuggets)
    May 6, 2025 (Game 1, Western Conference Semifinals)

    Aaron Gordon hit a game-winning three-pointer with under four seconds left, capping a 14-point comeback as the Nuggets edged the Thunder 121–119 in Game 1 of their playoff series.
    Gordon, who transformed his shooting game by training obsessively in a home gym, drained his second game-winner of the postseason. Jokic added 42 points and 22 rebounds, fueling Denver’s late 15–4 run.

    Atkinson Wins NBA Coach of the Year After Transforming Cavaliers

    Kenny Atkinson (Cleveland Cavaliers)
    May 2025

    In his debut season, Kenny Atkinson led the Cavaliers to 64 wins and the No. 1 seed in the East, earning him NBA Coach of the Year honors. He received 59 of 100 first-place votes, surpassing former Cavs coach J.B. Bickerstaff and Houston’s Ime Udoka.
    Atkinson reshaped rotations to elevate Evan Mobley, reduced star workloads, and used training camp to install a faster, team-oriented style. His system produced three All-Stars and a record-setting sweep over Miami in Round 1.

    Denver Fires Coach & GM, Rallies Behind Jokic to Eliminate Clippers in Game 7 Blowout

    Denver Nuggets
    May 2025

    After firing coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth near season’s end, the Nuggets stormed back to defeat the Clippers 120-101 in Game 7, showcasing a deep team performance that echoed their 2023 championship run.
    Despite Jokic’s quiet night (16 pts), Denver’s bench — led by Braun and Westbrook — overwhelmed LA, with six players scoring double digits. Westbrook hit 42% from 3, exploiting defensive gaps. The Nuggets now face the Thunder in Round 2.

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